Job Title : Behavioral Health Billing Specialist
Location : Cordova, TN
Employment Type : Full-Time, In-Person
Compensation : Competitive pay based on experience; includes paid time off (PTO) and benefits package.
About Pathways to Wellness
Pathways to Wellness is a comprehensive behavioral health and wellness practice based in Cordova, Tennessee. We are dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve emotional, mental, and physical wellness through evidence-based care and integrated services. Our team includes licensed therapists, psychiatric providers, and wellness professionals who support clients through counseling, medication management, TMS, Spravato, and other therapeutic interventions.
We serve a diverse population and pride ourselves on compassionate care, clinical excellence, and community impact.
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented, experienced Behavioral Health Billing Specialist to join our administrative team in Cordova, TN . The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of medical billing experience , with behavioral health billing experience strongly preferred . This is an in-person, full-time role that plays a vital part in ensuring accurate and timely reimbursement for services provided by our clinicians.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and submit insurance claims for behavioral health and psychiatric services (both HCFA 1500 and UB-04 when applicable)
- Verify patient eligibility and insurance benefits for behavioral health services
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on unpaid or denied claims
- Correct and resubmit denied or rejected claims promptly
- Post insurance and patient payments accurately into the practice management system
- Work with patients on billing inquiries, outstanding balances, and payment plans
- Coordinate with providers and front desk staff to ensure documentation accuracy
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA, payer policies, and relevant state / federal regulations
- Generate financial and productivity reports as needed
- Assist in credentialing and payer enrollment processes (if needed)
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of medical billing experience requiredBehavioral health billing experience strongly preferredKnowledge of CPT , ICD-10 , modifiers , and insurance guidelines (Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial)Experience with electronic claims processing , clearinghouses, and payer portalsFamiliarity with EHR / PM systems (such as AdvancedMD, Tebra, TherapyNotes, etc.)Strong understanding of insurance authorization, coding, and reimbursementHigh attention to detail and accuracyStrong organizational and time management skillsExcellent communication and problem-solving abilitiesSchedule & Benefits
Full-Time (Monday–Friday)In-Person work required in Cordova, TNCompetitive salary (based on experience)Paid Time Off (PTO)Other benefits offeredPositive, mission-driven workplace environmentOpportunities for professional development